Baking For Business Podcast

Today's guest went from baker and foodie content creator to author. In this milestone 100th episode of the Baking For Business Podcast , I spoke with influencer, blogger, and author Toni Chapman to celebrate the release of her new book. Toni opens up about her personal journey—how she started creating content, the lessons she’s learned along the way, and what inspired her to finally put her s...

Sally McKenney is the baker and blogger behind one of the biggest dessert blogs, Sally's Baking Addiction . Her work has been featured on Good Morning America , People Magazine , Taste of Home , and more. Today, Sally joined us to share all about her newest book and the journey that launched her blogging brand. In this episode, you’ll learn:  • How Sally got started with her baking blog  • Ho...

From landing $5k and $8k orders in her home bakery to evolving her brand and mission, My' Asia's journey with Linda Renee Sweets reveals the untapped potential many bakers miss when focusing solely on social media and individual clients. Named after her late mother and cousin, her Texas-based cottage bakery has transformed from a passion project into a thriving business serving major cor...

In this special episode, I sit with the incredible Molly Yeh—Food Network star, New York Times bestselling author, bakery owner, and all-around creative force. Molly’s latest book, Sweet Farm , is a delicious celebration of life on the farm, sweet treats, and building a business rooted in joy. We chat about her journey from city life to farmland, what inspires her in and out of the kitchen, and th...

FREE training June 19th,2025, 6pm CST  -"How I Doubled My Sales With Corporate Clients" click here to sign up. In this episode, you will hear from Kathryn of Bomb Babes on how she creates her amazing products, how her business is growing, and the success she has had with corporate clients since completing the More Dough course. Two ways I help my students earn $2-10k monthly👇 ? 1.) Grow...

In this episode, we hear from Dani, the founder of DaniCakesAZ, as she shares her journey from starting her home bakery to digital product success.🎉 Ready to get started w/ digital products? CLICK HERE to join us inside of The Digital Product Community. Want to add cake sandwiches to your business? CLICK HERE to check out Dani's work and her course. Two ways I help my students earn $2-10k mo...

Baked By Caryn is a local bakery in Paducah, Kentucky. In this episode, you will hear how she stepped out on faith 🙏and grew her brand from 0 to hitting $10k + months.💵 Shop Caryn's delicious recipes by clicking here 🤤 Two ways I help my students earn $2-10k monthly👇 ? 1.) Grow your home bakery business inside The Entrepreneur Community by clicking here 2.) Learn to sell digital products...

Have you ever wondered how a passion for baking can transform into a successful business? Meet Katelyn Brewer from Sweet Kate Bakery, whose journey from a childhood surrounded by family bakers to a thriving cake business in Utah is truly inspiring. Balancing a local business with an online presence comes with its own set of challenges and rewards, and Katelyn's faith-filled foundation provide...

Sometimes, you are just one sandwich away from finding your destiny. Prepare to be inspired as we chat with Owen Han, the charismatic "king of sandwiches," which takes us on a flavorful journey through his culinary evolution and previews his irresistible new cookbook, "Stacked: The Art Of The Perfect Sandwich."  Owen does a little of everything, from making fresh breads and des...

Today's guest is sharing how offering local classes has helped their brand expand its business. Megan Brewer from Brown Butter Bakery returns to share her uplifting journey of the success her and her hubby have had by now offering community classes. In this episode, we discuss: What inspired them to start their brand as cottage bakers What steps did they take to incorporate local classes into...

Ever wondered how a simple hobby can turn into a flourishing career? Discover the incredible journey of Sarah Fennel, the brilliant mind behind Broma Bakery, as she shares her transformation from passionate food blogger to successful cookbook author. Sarah’s transition from blogger to cookbook author was not without its hurdles. She spent two years meticulously transforming her beloved online cont...

Struggle with getting clients to take a second look? Then this is for you. Unlock the secrets to creating captivating content that not only stops the scroll but also drives sales! Join us as we welcome back the brilliant Chef Irenia, a culinary maestro and American Cake Decorating Magazine columnist. She’s here to share her expert tips on mastering visual marketing to attract high-end clients. Whe...

Can a loaf of bread change your life? For Sarah from Sarah's Sourdough(@saradoessourdough), the answer is a resounding yes. Join us as we unravel Sarah's journey from an Australian stay-at-home mom in Oklahoma to a flourishing sourdough entrepreneur.  Discover how Sarah managed to scale her home-based bakery from humble porch pickups to a thriving enterprise, thanks to a pivotal viral mo...

Ever wondered how an Emmy Award-winning television host and a James Beard Award-winning culinary producer team up to create kitchen magic? Join us for an episode filled with laughter, empowerment, and culinary adventures as we welcome Tamron Hall and Lish Styling to the Baking for Business podcast. From the roots of their extraordinary friendship, this dynamic duo shares their journey of creating...

Ever wondered how a platform can revolutionize the way home-based bakers and pop-up chefs operate? The new platform Hotplate is here to show us how. This episode uncovers how the challenges of COVID-19 led to a surge in home-based food businesses and how Hotplate evolved from a simple marketplace to an essential tool that automates orders, prep lists, and customer communication, helping thousands...

Preppy Kitchen is back to celebrate his new book, "Preppy Kitchen Super Easy: 100 Simple and Versatile Recipes." In this episode, you'll learn how to navigate a busy lifestyle while still whipping up delicious meals that accommodate your schedule. John’s innovative tips for customizing recipes with different spices, proteins, and cooking methods will empower you to make mealtime eff...

Ever wondered how a graphic designer morphs into a baking sensation? Join us as we chat with Renato, the mastermind behind the famed New York bakery Baked and the cozy Brooklyn cafe Ciao Gloria. Renato takes us on his unexpected journey from managing a coffee shop to co-founding Baked in 2005, where he honed his culinary skills and achieved remarkable milestones, including publishing cookbooks and...

Imagine transforming a personal passion for fitness and baking into a flourishing business that tickles the taste buds without tipping the scales. That's precisely the journey Katrina Bland, the innovative founder of Sweet Benefits takes us through as she combines her expertise as a personal trainer with her culinary prowess to craft delectable, health-conscious treats. From overcoming the ri...

Crafting a cake empire is no easy task, but today's guest has done it flawlessly and left no crumb behind. Yolanda Gampp co-founded How To Cake It, an online educational brand dedicated to empowering and teaching baking enthusiasts through decorating videos and services. In this episode, we will learn: How she got started with her baking career What inspired her to create her YouTube channel...

We all know we need to create content for our brand, but how can we create content that stands out? Today, I am sharing 3 lessons from my own content that has gone viral and how you can use them in your business. Gaining visibility on social media can be a challenge. However, whenever one of my pieces of content performs well I am always trying to study it to see what lessons can be learned and to...

Looking to make changes in your business? If you want to change your niche, clientele, or processes, then this episode is for you.  Join me as we navigate the transformative process of pivoting your bakery business with precision and passion.  In this episode, we tackle the essence of strategic change and how it's not merely about immediate reactions but crafting a vision that propels your bu...

Ever wondered about the secret sauce to picking out the best products? Well, in today's episode, I'm spilling all the tea on the 3 products I can't live without. In today's episode, I'm sharing three products that can propel your home baking venture to new heights. Each idea is a classification of a product so that you can modify it for your brand and start to see success....

This week, we have the pleasure of chatting with Gabby, a recent Food Network winner who has taken her sugar cookies to the top. Gabriela, a full-time teacher, turned her love for baking into a thriving business while maintaining her teaching job. This isn't just a story about baking delicious cookies; it's also about the significance of investing in oneself for business success. Gabriel...

Today's guest took their love of American pastires, moved out of the country and shared thier passion with everyone. Today we meet the owners Alicia and Sean of El Cookie in Alicante Spain. From Alicia's American roots nurturing her love for baking to Sean discovering his flair for the craft after marriage, they've whipped up a business that's a perfect blend of their two world...

Finding your niche can be hard for some but for Lady Berry Cupcakes it boils down to two things, fondant and cupcakes! Lady Berry Cupcakes is located in the UK and teaches online classes as well. This episode promises a treat as we are joined by the fantastic Farley, the founder of Lady Berry Cupcakes who has a love and passion for teaching others the joy of fondant and cupcakes. Her sheer enthusi...